If you were athletic in high school, you would probably agree that physical education is a must. If you were not athletic by any means, P.E. class in school may conjure up horrible memories. Or, if you’re like me and never had to experience it, you may not be inclined one way or the other. But regardless of beliefs, according […]
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Look around during any class, and it’s likely that a handful of students will be scrolling on their electronic devices instead of paying attention to the professor who dedicated their time to teach. Throughout my time in college, iPads and laptops have grabbed the attention of students. Paper worksheets and notebooks morphed into note-taking apps and Word documents. While digital […]
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Walking the streets of New York City in 1961, 19-year-old Robert Allen Zimmerman searched for a stage on which to imitate his folk hero — Woody Guthrie, and a pulpit from which to test new identities. After settling on the name “Bob Dylan,” this young man put on the vagabond boots and twisted collars of a hobo with a song. […]
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A group of online doctoral students and one adjunct professor from Liberty University attended the International Educational Technology Conference (IETC) at Harvard University Aug. 23. The IETC was a conference held by Harvard’s Faculty Club in Cambridge, Massachusetts that brought together educators, scholars and students from around the world to present their research findings in front of an academic crowd. […]
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Liberty University’s American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA) chapter will be hosting an event featuring Austin Reddington, a graphics producer for Liberty’s Flames Central sports program, Oct. 15 at 6:30 p.m. AIGA is a national organization, and Liberty has its own student-led chapter. Liberty’s AIGA hosts multiple events throughout the semester for those interested in graphic arts. “We aim to […]
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David Malpass and Garry McDowall expounded on international economics and development during the Sept. 25 and Sept. 27 Convocations, providing firsthand experiences in which Liberty University students were encouraged to live on mission. Following a surprise appearance from Michael W. Smith leading “Agnus Dei,” Malpass, the 13th president of the World Bank from 2019-2023, shared his experiences in economics and […]
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Global Focus Week concluded with LU ONE and the International Student Center’s Taste of Nations event Sept. 27 in the Vines Center, which allowed students to try foods from other nationalities. Students were greeted with cuisine provided by volunteers to celebrate the cultures represented on Liberty University’s campus. Taste of Nations, which has been happening for the past 34 years, […]
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Like vampires, werewolves and messy love triangles that end with your best friend and child being soulmates — that’s right — the Twilight Saga is getting a reboot. Many will remember the original franchise became a world-wide phenomenon in 2008, inspiring a new generation of supernatural shows, films and young adult (YA) books. The films were directed by Catherine Hardwicke […]
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When the leaves start to change and the temperature begins to drop, many gravitate toward a cozier lifestyle of soft blankets, sweaters and pumpkin-spiced everything. Whether you like Halloween or autumnal aesthetics, here are five tips to making your dorm cozy without breaking the bank. Craft your inspiration Finding the right style comes down to personal preferences, and the internet […]
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Threaded Collective is a high-quality, sustainable thrift store located at 1212 Main St. in downtown Lynchburg. The store features a wide range of popular brands and styles that are brought in by locals and hand-picked to sell by staff members. Customers can enjoy Threaded’s selection of elevated, eco-friendly clothing options for a fraction of the original cost. “Threaded was founded […]
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It’s been a long time coming, but the new residential hall, Commons IV, is complete and operational. The addition of Commons IV marks a significant expansion on Liberty University’s campus, providing a new home for over 700 male students. The dorm features one wing, nine floors and over 325 rooms. Each floor possesses its own independent common room adjacent to […]
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Edwin Kiprop Freshman cross-country runner Edwin Kiprop performed extremely well in his debut race with the Flames. The Flames traveled to Cary, North Carolina, to compete in the Adidas XC Challenge hosted by NC State Sept. 20. In a race with 178 other competitors, Kiprop managed to charge his way to the front of the pack, earning a respectable seventh-place […]
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Top-notch competitors from across the East Coast filled the Liberty University Tennis Complex this weekend in a 10-team tournament as Liberty hosted the Liberty Dual Sept. 27-29. Teams from Elon, Charlotte, Navy, Norfolk State, Old Dominion, Penn, Princeton, University of Virginia and William & Mary participated alongside Liberty. The Flames ended 14-16 overall, 5-4 in doubles and 9-12 in singles. […]
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Tuesday, Sept. 24 was the first official practice and press conference for the Flames 2024 basketball season. Head Coach Ritchie McKay, redshirt senior Kaden Metheny and junior Zach Cleveland all shared their thoughts on the upcoming season. There are some new faces on the roster Six new recruits are joining the team this season; their names are senior Taelon Peter, […]
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Former Flames Basketball forward Shiloh Robinson is packing his gear and heading across the Atlantic after recently signing his first professional contract to play for CD Póvoa in Portugal. Robinson will be traveling to Póvoa de Varzim, Portugal, where he will play in the premiere professional basketball league Portugal-Liga Betclic, which is also known as the Liga Portuguesa de Basquetebol. […]
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